National Gender and Equality Commission Jobs in Kenya

The National Gender and Equality Commission is a constitutional commission established by an Act of Parliament on the 30th of August 2011 to promote the integration of the principles of equality and freedom from discrimination in national and county policies, laws and administrative regulations.

In order to strengthen the capacity of the Commission, we are seeking to recruit suitably qualified and highly committed individuals to fill the following positions within the Commission.

Regional Gender Coordinator

Ref: NGEC/AD/06/2012

Seven (7) Posts

Reporting to the Deputy Commission Secretary, Regional Gender Coordinators will be responsible for the implementation of workplans for National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) branches in Mombasa, Garissa, Kisumu, Nyeri, Nakuru, Embu and Kakamega.

Duties and Responsibilities

Preparation and implementation of workplans for NGEC Branch

Coordination of the activities of NGEC Branch

Preparation of proposal for sourcing funds

Preparation of budget for NGEC Branch

Facilitate and establish strategic linkages with stakeholders

Preparation of quarterly and annual reports

Organization of workshops, conferences and seminars

Management of NGEC Branch

Monitoring and Evaluation of the implementation of Commission Programmes at NGEC Branch

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized University

Three (3) years working experience in a senior management position

Demonstrate a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of Gender and Equality issues

Excellent communication skills

Must be computer literate

7. Accounts Assistant

Ref: NGEC/AD/07/2012

Two (2) Posts

Reporting to the Accountant, the successful candidate will be responsible for processing of payments and maintenance of documents and books of accounts:

Duties and Responsibilities

Maintaining books of accounts;

Preparation and verification of payment vouchers

Balancing of cashbooks, imprest, advances and ledgers

Processing payments and documents such as invoices, employee reimbursements

Posting of financial data to appropriate accounts in an Automated Accounts System

File and retrieve records and reports

Management of payables;

Preparation of periodical financial reports;

Preparation of bank reconciliations for projects and general accounts;

Petty cash management;

Maintenance of cheque register and assets register;

Preparation of payment vouchers;

Preparation of Income Tax Returns.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelors Degree in Commerce (Accounting Option) or its equivalent from a recognized institution

CPA II or its equivalent;

Must have two (2) years working experience in a busy accounts department;

Must be computer literate;

Knowledge of computer accounting packages e.g. SAGE/Quickbooks will be an added advantage.

8. Store Clerk

Ref: NGEC/AD/08/2012

One (1) Post

Reporting to the Procurement Officer, the Store Clerk will be responsible for receiving, inspecting, storing and distributing of all supplies and equipment of the Commission.

Duties and Responsibilities

Receiving all equipment and supplies purchased by the Commission

Inspecting all equipment and supplies

Storing all supplies purchased by the Commission

Distributing all supplies to various offices within the Commission

Notifying the Procurement Officer of depletion of stock

Receiving requisitions from Commission Staff

Receiving and issuing stores

Maintaining inventory of stores and equipment of the Commission

Records management

Qualifications and Experience

Diploma in Supplies Management from a recognized institution;

Knowledge of methods and practices used in storing, maintaining and issuing stores

Knowledge of Public Procurement and Disposal Act and Regulations

Two (2) years working experience in a busy Procurement Department

Ability to maintain systematic stock records and inventories

Knowledge of computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, email and database softwares

9. Accounts Clerk

Ref: NGEC/AD/09/2012

One (1) Post

Duties and Responsibilities

Assisting the Accountant in maintaining efficient and accurate Accounting records

Balancing cash books on daily basis

Preparation of cheques for payments

Payment of authorized vouchers

Preparing revenue returns

Maintaining accurate cash records

Performance of clerical duties

Receiving and processing all invoices and requests for payments

Dealing with daily transactions for petty cash and ensuring that reconciliations are completed on daily basis

Voucher preparation and examination

Records management

Qualifications and Experience

CPA II or its equivalent professional qualification

Computer literacy

Two (2) years working experience in a busy Accounting Department

Be of unquestionable reputation

Be able to work under minimum supervision

10. Executive Administrative Assistant

Ref: NGEC/AD/10/2012

Two (2) Posts

Duties and Responsibilities

Handling telephone calls and enquires for effective communication

Drafting and typing routine correspondence for message delivery

Making appointments to facilitate successful meetings and deliberations

Maintaining effective filing system for storage and retrieval of information

Ensuring cleanliness and orderliness of office for hygiene and comfort

Organizing travelling logistics for convenience and successful itineraries

Following up correspondence and reports for effective communications

Documenting minutes for record and information

Data processing of documents

Ensuring security of office records, equipment and documents including classified materials

Preparation of responses to basic routine correspondence

Managing the office and appointments

Qualifications and Experience

Diploma in Secretarial Studies from a recognized institution

Two (2) years working experience in a similar position

Must have good customer care, organizational skills and positive attitude

Must have excellent computer skills, interpersonal relations skills and communication skills

Must be of high integrity

11. Front Office Assistant

Ref: NGEC/AD/11/2012

Two (2) Posts

Duties and Responsibilities

Handling telephone calls and enquiries at the reception

Ensuring cleanliness and orderliness at the reception

Receiving and recording all incoming mails

Dispatching outgoing mails

Management of front office

Operation of the Switch Board at the reception

Qualifications and Experience

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum mean Grate C-

Certificate in Front Office Management from a recognized institution

Two (2) years working experience in Front Office Management

Must have good customer care, organizational skills and positive attitude

Must have excellent computer skills, interpersonal relations and communication skills

Applications including a detailed Curriculum Vitae, photocopies of Certificates, present salary, expected salary, names and contacts of three referees should be addressed to: -

Commission Secretary/CEO
National Gender and Equality Commission
P O Box 27512 – 00506
Nairobi

so as to reach him not later than Thursday 5th April, 2012.

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

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Consultancy Job for CIAT Africa

International Centre for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)

Expression of Interest

Salary and Benefits Market Survey for CIAT Africa

The International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) is one of 15 Future Harvest Centers supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).

CIAT conducts socially and environmentally progressive research aimed at reducing hunger and poverty and preserving natural resources in developing countries. Headquartered in Cali, Colombia, it works in a number of countries spread across Africa, Asia and Latin America.

CIAT has eight offices in Africa (DR Congo, Kenya, Mali, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zimbabwe) and has two main categories of staff: Internationally Recruited Staff (IRS) recruited through CIAT Headquarters in Cali, Colombia; and Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) whose recruitment is coordinated through the CIAT office in Nairobi, Kenya.

CIAT in Africa has a current staff of 32 IRS and 130 NRS.

CIAT appreciates that the support of highly skilled, dedicated and motivated staff is an element of vital importance to the success of its research work in the region and is now looking for a suitably qualified and competent consultant firm to conduct a salary and benefits market survey.

The scope of services will include a Salary and Benefits Market Survey and Salary Scales Definition, covering the nationally recruited staff (NRS) positions in the eight CIAT Offices in Africa.

CIAT now invites interested Firms to send Expression of Interest to reach us not later than 28 March 2012, to the following address:

International Centre for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
PO Box 823-00621, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: tsbfinfo@cgiar.org

Please note that firms short listed following this exercise are the only ones that will receive the detailed Terms of Reference, and invitation to participate in the tender for this assignment.

We invite you to learn more about CIAT by visiting our website: www.ciat.cgiar.org/ourprograms/

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Extension Officer Job in Kenya - WWF

WWF - The global conservation organization, Kenya Country Office (KCO), is seeking to recruit:

Extension Officer

To be based in Kwale, Mombasa, Kenya

Under the supervision of the Kwale Landscape Project Executant (PE), the Extension Officer’s major functions will be: to support the Kwale PE in facilitating implementation of WWF projects on coastal forests in Kwale, with special focus on biodiversity conservation and integrating local communities’ livelihoods.

This will also include maintaining link between the main players within the landscape forming a hub between the key Districts, Communities, Civil Society Organizations, Private sector traditional/sacred and religious institutions.

He/she will contribute to the implementation of the CKP Action Plan in line with WWF-KCO Country Action Plan (WWF-KCO CAP).

Major duties will include but not limited to:

assist in preparation, organization and maintaining records of workshops, seminars, meetings;

assist the PE in answering queries on WWF project in Kwale region,

assist the PE in supporting community groups (CFAs, Kaya Conservation Groups, village Bank, Kwale County Forest network etc) to achieve their objectives by attending relevant community meetings;

assist in the preparation of Kwale landscape budgets and work plans to ensure it covers all requirements for the smooth running of the project;

assist in the preparation of technical reports and other relevant publications;

serve as a member of in-house teams working to improve all aspects of the CKP;

monitoring and evaluation of project performance under the direction of the PE;

maintain and update the filing system.

The incumbent must possess:

a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Forestry, Agriculture or related field;

a minimum of 3 years working experience in environmental conservation or community development;

excellent verbal and written communications skills in English required, good team player with excellent interpersonal skills; community development skills with skills in capacity building of communities and experience of working with community-based structures;

experience in monitoring and evaluation of programs,;

sensitivity to cultural differences;

ability to work independently and under pressure in a rapidly changing professional environment;

ability to network and to develop and maintain strong relationships at all levels, both internally and with local communities, government agencies, donors and the NGO/CBO community;

proven skills in project planning, proposal writing;

a working knowledge of financial management, especially of projects;

willingness to travel frequently and at short notice, often in difficult circumstances, and to spend adequate periods of time in the field;

knowledge of Kiswahili and local cultures is an added advantage;

a strong vocational interest in nature conservation; and

adherence to WWF’s values, which are: Optimistic, Engaging, Determined and Knowledgeable;

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should email an application letter and CV to the Human Resource Manager, WWF-KCO - HResource@wwfesarpo.org not later than 30 March 2012.

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Export Administrator Job in Kenya - Diversey

Export Administrator Vacancy

Diversey, now part of Sealed Air, is a leading global provider of cleaning and hygiene solutions, serving customers in the lodging, retail, food service, health care and food and beverage sectors, as well as building service contractors.

Our products and solutions, sold in 165 countries, make food, drink and facilities safer, more hygienic and more sustainable.

The role:

The Export Administrator’s main responsibility will be to support the Exports Team by working closely with the Value Chain Team to ensure that all export orders are delivered in a timely and efficient manner and with all the required documentation.

He/she will be involved from the order entry stage, invoicing, preparing the documentation and liaising with the logistics company to ensure that the products reach the Customer in the shortest possible time.

This person will be able to adapt quickly to changing priorities while still providing exemplary attention to detail.

Job Specification:

Tracking of shipments from country of origin until they reach the destination.

Export documentation and bank documents processing

Export order entry, Invoicing and Distribution

Follow-up on orders from team handling, raising the correct PFI and follow-up on LCs/CAD

Setting up of export systems and processes for the new markets

Preparing weekly progress reports

Qualifications Desired (Skills, Experience And Knowledge)

A University degree in Business Administration, Logistics or its equivalent with a minimum of -3 years relevant experience.

He /she must be self driven with a “can do” attitude and passion to achieve results under minimum supervision.

Must possess great interpersonal and communication skills

Must be proficient in the use of spreadsheets and other report generating and presentation software

A career at Diversey will have you working with top professionals on some of the most trusted brands in the commercial cleaning and sanitation industry.

Experience our energy and passion for a cleaner, healthier future by considering a career with us.

Diversey offers a competitive Benefits package.

Diversey is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants who meet the requirements stated above should send their applications and detailed CVs with a day - time telephone number to the email address below so as to reach us on or before 31st March 2012 at 5.00pm: hr.kenya@diversey.com.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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